Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth initiated a memorandum to shrink the Department of Defense's civilian workforce, targeting a 5-8% reduction. This is part of the "Initiating the Workforce Acceleration and Recapitalization Initiative", which seeks to streamline operations to enhance efficiency and support military effectiveness. Automation and a reduction in bureaucracy are key strategies. The memo also proposes options for voluntary early retirement and a deferred resignation program to reduce involuntary layoffs. The overarching objective is to optimize resource allocation where needed most, without specifying exact targets for layoffs.
The DOD will "realign the size" of its civilian workforce and "strategically restructure" it to supercharge American warfighters, according to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
As part of the initiative, the department will embrace automation and seek to cut down on "duplicative efforts" and "excessive bureaucracy," enhancing overall efficiency.
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